Financial Audit Manager at Baker Tilly Kuwait

Job Description:

Latest job information from Baker Tilly Kuwait for the position of Financial Audit Manager. If the Financial Audit Manager vacancy in Sharq matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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Employment Type

Employment Type Full Time

Seniority Level

Seniority Level Mid-senior level

Company Industry

Company Industry Accounting

Job Objective / Summary

To be responsible for managing the financial audit client portfolio and its related services commencing from receiving the engagement letter up to the engagement implementation and successful closure with the clients, while ensuring compliance with professional and quality standards. The role also includes leading the audit team and supervising their performance, as well as providing continuous training and guidance to develop their knowledge and professional competencies, and enhance the value delivered to clients.

• Keep up to date with the latest standards, regulations, and professional developments to ensure the application of best practices in audit and related services.
• Contribute to the development of in-house audit methodologies and tools in a way that enhances efficiency and service quality.
• Manage the audit and related services portfolio through planning, organizing, and monitoring all engagements to ensure timely completion with the required quality level.
• Review engagement letters with clients and ensure clarity of the scope of work and mutual obligations prior to implementation.
• Supervise the execution of engagements from initiation to closure, ensuring added value is delivered to clients and their satisfaction is attained.
• Review final audit reports and ensure their accuracy and compliance with professional standards as well as applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintain ongoing coordination and communication with clients to understand their needs and provide recommendations that support their decision-making process.
• Manage the risks related to audit engagements and ensure contingency plans are in place to address them.
• Lead audit teams, allocate tasks considering their competencies and experience, and monitor their performance to ensure adherence to professional audit standards.
• Develop and build the professional capabilities of audit teams through regular training and on-the-job guidance.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Master’s degree in accounting, audit, or business administration is an extra advantage.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification is an extra advantage.

• Minimum experience of 12 – 15 years in financial audit and other related services, out of which minimum 5 years in international audit firms.
• Experience in managing audit teams and developing their professional skills.
• Experience in managing diversified audit portfolios across various sectors.

• In-depth knowledge of International Standards on Auditing (ISA), International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and related legislation.
• Proficiency in using automated audit and financial reporting software.
• Strong leadership skills in managing and motivating teams.
• High efficiency in time and project management.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making.
• Effective communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to draft reports and presentations in both Arabic and English.

If you are competent and interested, please mention the job title and send your resume to: careers@bakertilly.com.kw

Job Info:

• Company: Baker Tilly Kuwait
• Position: Financial Audit Manager
• Work Location: Sharq
• Country: KW

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